Princess Cruises News Center

Press Release – 06/22/2010

Artists Such as Wyland, Michael Godard, Alexandra Nechita to Make Onboard Appearances

SANTA CLARITA, Calif. (June 22, 2010) -- Some of today's top contemporary artists will be making appearances aboard nine upcoming Princess Cruises sailings as part of the line's Art Connoisseur Cruises. Featuring as many as 10 contemporary artists in a single voyage, these special sailings offer activities for both avid collectors and art newcomers.

A wide range of internationally acclaimed artists will join the ship for Art Connoisseur cruises, including names such as painter Howard Behrens, bas relief sculptor Bill Mack, pop artist Allison Lefcort, and marine life artist Wyland. The voyages offer a variety of events with the artists, such as meet-and-greet sessions or demonstrations. Some artists, including pop fusion painter Eric Waugh even entertain crowds with live painting sessions set to music. Other famous names onboard will include young phenomenon Alexandra Nechita and "rock star of the art world" Michael Godard.

Art Connoisseur cruises are part of Princess' Fine Arts program, an onboard program that offers passengers the opportunity to see and learn about some of the notable artwork produced in the last century. Each ship features artwork from collectable artists for sale on board with art auctions during each cruise.

"These special sailings offer our passengers the opportunity to go behind the art by meeting the artists and learning more about what inspires their work," said Jan Swartz, Princess Cruises executive vice president. "Passengers often find a new artist whose work they enjoy, or learn more about one they've admired. Others simply like exploring the world of art and the work of an artist."

Many of these artists also sail individually on Solo Artist voyages throughout the year. For a schedule of these sailings, contact 1-800-PRINCESS.

In addition to presenting works from collectable contemporary artists, Princess also offers a special ScholarShip@Sea presentation for those who would like to learn more about the world of art. The free course, Art History@Sea: Botticelli to Warhol, The Evolution of Art, was developed in conjunction with Dr. Thomai Serdari, Professor of Art History and Director of Research Collections for New York University. Presented by the onboard art director, this course makes 500 years of art come to life in a one-hour session. This course is available on Art Connoisseur Cruises and most other Princess sailings.

Additional information about Princess Cruises is available through a professional travel agent, by calling 1-800-PRINCESS, or by visiting the company's website at www.princess.com.